25-year-old convicted in Jamaican lottery scam - GoFuckYourself.com

brassmonkey · 05-07-2015, 03:16 PM

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) ? A 25-year-old man was convicted Thursday for his role in a Jamaican lottery scam that authorities say cost victims around the country millions of dollars.

Sanjay Williams, of Montego Bay, Jamaica, was found guilty of conspiracy, wire fraud and money laundering and faces up to 40 years in prison.

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Investigators described Williams primarily as a "lead broker" who bought and sold "sucker lists" of potential victims. He was the only one of 32 defendants to opt for trial; about a dozen defendants are awaiting extradition from Jamaica.

Prosecutors said Williams, who was arrested in North Carolina, was the first person from Jamaica convicted of selling the lead lists used in the scam.

"I hope it makes a difference," Assistant U.S. Attorney Clare Hochhalter said. "I hope it sends a message to the people who continue doing this crime."

Defense attorney Charlie Stock said he hadn't decided on whether there would be an appeal. "I need to speak with Mr. Williams to see where he wants to go," he said.

Jurors in U.S. District Court in Bismarck had deliberated since Tuesday afternoon before reaching a verdict.

Prosecutors said the case came to light four years ago when Edna Schmeets, 86, of Harvey, North Dakota, received a call from a man who told her she had won $19 million and a new car, and needed only to pay taxes and fees. The process dragged on until the widow's savings were wiped out, a sum of about $300,000.

Hochhalter told jurors that the subsequent investigation identified more than 70 people ? mostly older and vulnerable citizens ? who were scammed out of more than $5.2 million. About a dozen victims testified during the trial by video and in person.

25-year-old convicted in Jamaican lottery scam - Yahoo News

MaDalton · 05-07-2015, 03:18 PM

could have spent some of that money on a haircut

Sly · 05-07-2015, 03:19 PM

I don't think he did it.

brassmonkey · 05-07-2015, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by MaDalton

could have spent some of that money on a haircut

he's Jamaican

you are one to talk

brassmonkey · 05-07-2015, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Sly

I don't think he did it.

wtf?? he's convicted

L-Pink · 05-07-2015, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Sly

I don't think he did it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by brassmonkey

wtf?? he's convicted

I don't think he got it.

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MiamiBoyz · 05-07-2015, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by MaDalton

could have spent some of that money on a haircut

Now one might argue that this dude wasted money on this haircut.

However, it is quite fitting for a tropical local such as Jamaica.

brassmonkey · 05-07-2015, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by MiamiBoyz

Now one might argue that this dude wasted money on this haircut.

However, it is quite fitting for a tropical local such as Jamaica.

that cut is for fear and you wont forget him easy

Bladewire · 05-07-2015, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Sly

I don't think he did it.

He just sold the lead lists he wasn't the mastermind ha!

PaperstreetWinston · 05-07-2015, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by brassmonkey

you are one to talk

05-07-2015, 03:16 PM	#1
brassmonkey Pay It Forward Industry Role: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Yo Mama House Posts: 76,937	25-year-old convicted in Jamaican lottery scam BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) ? A 25-year-old man was convicted Thursday for his role in a Jamaican lottery scam that authorities say cost victims around the country millions of dollars. Sanjay Williams, of Montego Bay, Jamaica, was found guilty of conspiracy, wire fraud and money laundering and faces up to 40 years in prison. hotlinked Investigators described Williams primarily as a "lead broker" who bought and sold "sucker lists" of potential victims. He was the only one of 32 defendants to opt for trial; about a dozen defendants are awaiting extradition from Jamaica. Prosecutors said Williams, who was arrested in North Carolina, was the first person from Jamaica convicted of selling the lead lists used in the scam. "I hope it makes a difference," Assistant U.S. Attorney Clare Hochhalter said. "I hope it sends a message to the people who continue doing this crime." Defense attorney Charlie Stock said he hadn't decided on whether there would be an appeal. "I need to speak with Mr. Williams to see where he wants to go," he said. Jurors in U.S. District Court in Bismarck had deliberated since Tuesday afternoon before reaching a verdict. Prosecutors said the case came to light four years ago when Edna Schmeets, 86, of Harvey, North Dakota, received a call from a man who told her she had won $19 million and a new car, and needed only to pay taxes and fees. The process dragged on until the widow's savings were wiped out, a sum of about $300,000. Hochhalter told jurors that the subsequent investigation identified more than 70 people ? mostly older and vulnerable citizens ? who were scammed out of more than $5.2 million. About a dozen victims testified during the trial by video and in person. 25-year-old convicted in Jamaican lottery scam - Yahoo News __________________ TRUMP 2025 KEKAW!!! - Support The Laken Riley Act!!! END DACA - SUPPORT AZ HCR 2060 52R - email: brassballz-at-techie.com

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